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Rear Axle Replacement: Removal

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WARNING: When removing the rear springs, do not use a twin-post type hoist. The swing arch tendency of the rear axle assembly when certain fasteners are removed may cause it to slip from the hoist which may cause personal injury.
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  2. Remove the rear tires and wheels. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in TIRES AND WHEELS .
  3. Use a utility stand in order to support the rear axle.
  4. Remove the rear axle coil springs, the spring seats and the spring insulators. Refer to one of the following:
  5. Remove the backing plate. Refer to BRAKE BACKING PLATE .
  6. Disconnect the intermediate brake hoses from the rear axle brake pipes. Refer to BRAKE PIPE .
  7. Use the utility stand in order to lower the rear axle.
  8. Remove the utility stand.
  9. Lower the vehicle until the rear axle is approximately 13 mm (0.50 in) above the ground.
  10. Remove the rear axle control arm bolts and nuts.
  11. Remove the rear axle.
    Fig 1: Removing Rear Axle
    G00371031Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the brake pipes and the brake hoses from the rear axle.
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